The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism. Its members are descended from the patriots who won American independence during the Revolutionary War. With 185,000 members in 3,000 chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the world's largest and most active service organizations. DAR members are committed to volunteer service having served more than 12.5 million hours in communities throughout the world during the past three years.

Welcome to the Letitia Coxe Shelby Chapter DAR

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The Letitia Coxe Shelby Chapter was formed on October 21, 1949, with Mrs. Enoch E. Simms as organizing regent. Letitia Coxe Shelby, for whom the chapter is named, was the wife of Brig. General Evan Shelby of Virginia, and Mrs. Simms is one of their direct descendants. Letitia and Evan's son, Isaac, became the first Governor of Kentucky.

Any woman regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background is eligible for membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) who is at least eighteen years of age and can prove lineal, blood line descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American independence during the period between April 19, 1775, and November 26, 1783.

Our meetings are held monthly on alternating Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings, September through June. Most members are from La Mesa and surrounding areas, however, some members are from other areas as well. Local residency is not a requirement for membership in any chapter. Prospective members are welcome to our chapter meetings. We would love to have you join us!

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